Structural Concrete Estimator

Job Locations
CA-BC-Coquitlam

Requisition ID

2018-4265

# of Openings

1

Category

Operations

Product Line

Canada - Concrete Products

Why work for Lafarge?

Lafargein Canada is proud to provide construction solutions in the buildings, infrastructure and industrial segments. These solutions are built with high performance products from our cement, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, asphalt and road construction, and concrete products divisions. From the use of alternative materials and recycling to renewable energy, Lafarge's focus is to develop innovative products that can contribute toward sustainablyconstructed building solutions. Lafarge takes personal growth and developmentto heart, and provides resources for our employees to take control of their own careers. Through our commitment to communities, to the health and safety of our employees and their families, or through the many volunteer hours of our employees, Lafarge demonstrates our care for people. If you want to work in an environment that values hard work, entrepreneurship, and collaborative teamwork, Lafarge is for you. Building Better Citiesis what we do. Come Build a Better Careerwith us! More information can be found at https://www.lafarge.ca/en/careers.

Overview

The Structural Concrete Estimator of GVA Infrastructure Group has direct accountability for the preparing, submitting and tracking of estimates for the commercial, industrial, municipal and federal segments. The Structural Concrete Estimator plays a key role in securing work and projects for the GVA Infrastructure division in the Greater Vancouver Area. Directly contributes to a “One Lafarge” vision by incorporating and utilizing all of Lafarge’s materials into bids.

Verify contract documents and blueprints for accuracy and project materials

Job set-up for all projects estimated and awarded to Lafarge, including credit approval, schedules, pre-construction meetings, subcontract agreements, purchase orders, as well as internal job setup for operations and accounting

Prepare contract change order pricing and ensure project costs have been accounted for and invoiced accordingly

Assist Accounts Receivable in following up with outstanding payments

Attend pre-tender site meetings/visits to determine if any additional site issues can impact productions

Meeting anticipated bid closing dates

Dimensions / Relationships with Others’ Jobs

Interfaces closely with the all Estimators and Contract Administrator

Works with Project Managers

Directly reports to the Infrastructure Manager

Qualifications

Education:

Diploma or Degree in Business or Engineering

Experience and Skill Set:

Minimum of 3-5 years structural concrete estimating experience

Understanding of estimating software, specifically Bid2Win

Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

Strong communication, negotiation and change management skills

Ability to foster and grow a strong safety culture

Independent thinker

Competencies:

Conflict Management

Composure

Attention to detail

Drive for Results

Customer Focus

Interpersonal Savvy

Time Management

LafargeHolcim

Pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing and a criminal record check may be required.

As the world leader in the building materials industry, LafargeHolcim Ltd and its subsidiaries have the assets necessary to meet the building and design challenges of today’s increasing urbanization. Globally, LafargeHolcim has 115,000 employees, a well-balanced local presence in 90 countries and combined net sales of CHF 33 billion (EUR 27 billion) in 2014. With the most innovative cement, concrete, and aggregates solutions, strong R&D and a commitment to health, safety, and sustainability, LafargeHolcim has the building solutions to meet customers’ needs, from the individual homebuilder to the largest and most complex project. We are committed to drive sustainable solutions for better building and infrastructure while contributing to a higher quality of life. We are positioned to deliver on this commitment.